Fibrillar microstructure for conformal contact and adhesion

Details Fibrillar microstructure for conformal contact and adhesion Fibrillar microstructure for conformal contact and adhesion

2007-11-13

2007-11-13

Edwards, N. (Department: 1774)

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Coated or structually defined flake, particle, cell, strand,...

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ABSTRACT:
Disclosed herein is a dry, re-applicable, fibrillar adhesive apparatus.

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